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Why every model here comes with a ledger of nulls Sep 11, 2026
Backtests are easy to win. The only ones worth reading are the ones that were allowed to lose.
Why a Simple Two-Fund Portfolio Might Be Your Ticket to Investment Success Jan 30, 2025
You know that feeling when you're standing in front of the ice cream freezer at the grocery store, completely paralyzed by 47 different flavors? With thousands of stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs to choose from, it's no…
Get More Value from Your Financial Advisor: Prep Smart with Kaight Jan 22, 2025
Remember that time you went to the doctor with a mysterious pain, and when they asked "When did it start?" your mind went completely blank? Yeah, financial advisor meetings can feel exactly like that. You've got…
Make 2025 Count: 7 Steps for Long-Term Wealth Building Jan 7, 2025
When a new year arrives, many of us take stock of our lives and resolve to make changes. From getting in shape to eating healthier, there’s no shortage of goals we set for ourselves. Yet one area that often tops the…
5 Ways an AI Financial Assistant Can Help You Reach Your Goals Faster Nov 19, 2024
Discover how AI financial assistants can accelerate your retirement goals with real-time analysis, personalized strategies, and smart investment optimization.
Should I Roll Over My Old 401(k)? A Guide to Making the Right Choice Oct 16, 2024
I recently left my job of 8 years where I accumulated $185,000 in my 401(k). I'm 42 years old and just started a new position at a tech company, but I won't be eligible to participate in their 401(k) plan for another 6…
Best Resources for Free Financial Advice Oct 8, 2024
The U.S. government provides several free, trustworthy resources:
The Psychology of Retirement Planning: Understanding Your Relationship with Money Sep 30, 2024
When we think about retirement planning, we often focus on the numbers - how much to save, what investments to choose, and how to maximize our returns. While these aspects are undoubtedly important, there's a crucial…
Mastering Retirement Planning: Key Principles Inspired by Bogleheads Philosophy Sep 11, 2024
In the world of personal finance and investing, few approaches have garnered as much respect and following as the Bogleheads philosophy. Named after John Bogle, the founder of Vanguard and pioneer of index investing,…
Irrational Exuberance: Why Your Retirement Savings May Be Half of What You Think Sep 5, 2024
The median Gen X retirement savings stand at around $250,000, and a striking 41% believe it would take a miracle for them to retire securely. Over the past decade, the market has indeed delivered what feels like that…
Love, Marriage and Oklahoma Estate Planning: A Blended Family's Guide to Fair Inheritance Aug 14, 2024
Navigating the choppy waters of love after loss is tricky enough, but when you throw in kids from previous marriages and a patchwork of assets, you've got a recipe for a financial family feud that could make the…
5 Retirement Planning Mistakes You Might Be Making (And How Kaight Can Help) Aug 7, 2024
Retirement planning is a crucial part of your financial journey, but it's easy to make mistakes that can significantly impact your long-term financial security. In this post, we'll explore five common retirement…
The Dramatic Impact of Investment Returns on Your Retirement Jul 23, 2024
The success of your retirement plan depends greatly on the return on your investments. Even a small change in return assumptions can make a significant impact.
Blending Families: How to Ensure Equitable Inheritance for Your Kids in a Second Marriage Jul 1, 2024
My spouse passed away several years ago and I’m about to marry for the second time. Both of us have our own assets and our own kids. Both sets of kids want to make sure they are not disinherited. How can we arrange our…
The AI Retirement Calculator For Everyone Jun 26, 2024
Retirement planning has always been a critical aspect of financial management, yet it often feels like a daunting task. Traditional methods involve complex calculations, numerous assumptions, and a rigid structure that…
Hello Kaight! Mar 27, 2024
We are thrilled to announce the beta launch of Kaight.ai, our innovative AI financial planning chatbot. Kaight has been a passion project aimed at promoting better financial literacy and planning in a novel way. What…